Leslie County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2022 - Jun 30, 2023
| 2027 - Active Living and Health Promotions General | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2027.1) | 304 |
Number of program participants reporting adoption of physical activity practices |
| 2027.5) | 28 |
Number of individuals who attended a fall prevention program |
| 2027.3) | 0 |
Number of program participants who improved one or more health indicator (cholesterol, blood pressure, body mass index, blood glucose) |
| 2027.2) | 18 |
Number of program participants who demonstrated an increase in physical activity levels |
| 2027.4) | 28 |
Number of participants who attended age related health and wellness programs not identified as a “major program.”Major age-related programs include: Keys to Embracing Again, 10 Warning Signs, and AARP Prepare to Care |
Success Stories
BINGOCIZE: Health and Wellness Fun
Author: Vicki Boggs
Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General
According to 2019 Kentucky by the Numbers for Leslie County, 17.91% of our population is age 65 and over. Bingocize is an evidence-based health promotion program to maintain and improve quality of life, especially for the elderly. The 10-week educational program combines a bingo-like game with exercise to improve and/or maintain mobility, engage a variety of populations, including older adults, in social settings. The long-term outcomes of Bingocize have proven to be that there are more improved
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Promoting Healthy Lifestyles
Author: Vicki Boggs
Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General
The obesity epidemic threatens the quality and years of life of Kentuckians. Obese individuals are at increased risk for many chronic health conditions, including type 2 diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and some types of cancers. 2022 Kentucky Nutrition Education Program Annual Report data indicated that 41% of Leslie County's adult population were considered obese. The County Health Rankings and Roadmaps Kentucky report shows that 42% of the county’s population was conside
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